Bo Bichette is an American professional baseball infielder for the New York Mets. He became known for his quick hands, aggressive hitting style, and steady production with the Toronto Blue Jays before joining New York in 2026. As of June 2026, MLB lists him as a 28-year-old third baseman who bats and throws right-handed, standing 5 feet 11 inches and weighing 190 pounds.
| Net Worth: | $20 – $35 Million |
|---|---|
| Real Name: | Bo Joseph Bichette |
| Birth Date: | March 5, 1998 |
| Age (as of 2026): | 28 Years |
| Birth Place: | Orlando, Florida, USA |
| Height: | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) |
| Parents: | Dante and Mariana Bichette |
| Wife: | Alexis Angerman |
Early Life
Bo Bichette was born on 5th March 1998 in Orlando, Florida. Bichette grew up in a baseball family, but his path was not built on name recognition alone. He spent his youth around professional clubhouses, learning the game while also developing his own swing.
His first name came from Bo Jackson, one of the most famous two-sport athletes in American sports history. He played high school baseball at Lakewood High School in St. Petersburg, Florida, where he built the draft profile that later made him one of Toronto’s most closely watched prospects.
Family & Education
Bo Bichette is the son of Dante Bichette, a four-time MLB All-Star who played for the Angels, Brewers, Rockies, Reds, and Red Sox across 14 major-league seasons. His older brother, Dante Bichette Jr., also played professional baseball after being drafted by the New York Yankees.
Through his mother, Mariana, Bo has Brazilian heritage, and that connection later tied him to Brazil’s World Baseball Classic program. Bichette attended Lakewood High School in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Spotrac lists Arizona State as his college connection, but he did not build his career through college baseball. The Toronto Blue Jays selected him in the second round of the 2016 MLB Draft with the 66th overall pick. That decision moved him directly into professional baseball as a teenager.
Career
Bo Bichette made his MLB debut for the Toronto Blue Jays on July 29, 2019. He quickly became part of Toronto’s young core, joining a lineup built around homegrown talent. His hitting stood out early because he attacked pitches with confidence and produced extra-base contact to all fields. MLB later listed him as a two-time All-Star, with selections in 2021 and 2023.
His best early run came from 2021 through 2023, when he led the American League in hits across the three-season span, according to MLB. He led the AL in hits in both 2021 and 2022, then earned another All-Star selection in 2023. Those years made him one of baseball’s most productive contact hitters, especially at a position often judged heavily by defense.
The 2024 season tested him. Injuries slowed his year, including a right calf strain and a right middle finger fracture. Bo Bichette still showed strong situational hitting, but the year fell below his usual standard. In 2025, he answered with one of the best seasons of his career. He hit .311 with 44 doubles, 18 home runs, and 94 RBIs in 139 games for Toronto.
MLB named him to the All-MLB Second Team at shortstop after that season. Bichette also became part of Toronto’s 2025 postseason run. He returned from the injured list for the World Series and hit. 348 with one home run and six RBIs in the series. His most memorable swing came in Game 7, when he hit a three-run go-ahead homer off Shohei Ohtani.
After the 2025 season, Bo Bichette declined Toronto’s qualifying offer and entered free agency. On January 20, 2026, the New York Mets signed him to a three-year deal. MLB reported the contract at $126 million, with player options for 2027 and 2028.
The Mets expected him to move from shortstop to third base, a major change after years in the middle infield. As of June 2026, MLB listed Bichette with a .230 average, five home runs, 32 RBIs, one stolen base, and a .609 OPS for the Mets. His career totals on MLB’s page stood at a .289 average, 116 home runs, 469 RBIs, 61 stolen bases, and a .790 OPS.
Personal Life
Bo Bichette married his wife, Alexis, during the 2025-2026 offseason. Reports from New York also noted that Alexis joined him at Citi Field when the Mets introduced him after his signing. The couple has not turned their relationship into a public brand, and reliable details about their home life remain limited.
Away from baseball, Bichette has a long interest in tennis. MLB’s bio says he loved playing tennis as a child and still follows the sport. He has named Rafael Nadal as a favorite player and has also watched Carlos Alcaraz closely. He has said tennis helped train his mind because it resembles the isolation of standing alone in the batter’s box.
Bo Bichette has also worked in community baseball. In February 2023, he helped create the “St. Pete PAL x Wildwood Baseball Powered by Bo Bichette” partnership for underserved youth in St. Petersburg. Toronto named him its Roberto Clemente Award nominee in 2021 and 2022.
Social Media
MLB’s official player page links Bichette to Instagram and X. Baseball Reference lists his Instagram handle as @boflow_bichette, while MLB’s X link points to @BichetteBo. He does not appear to use social media as heavily as many athletes. His public image comes more through games, interviews, team media, and official baseball coverage than through frequent personal posts.
Bo Bichette Net Worth
Bichette’s exact net worth has not been officially confirmed. Public estimates in 2026 place it roughly between $20 million and $35 million, but those figures should be treated as approximate. The clearest financial record comes from his MLB contracts. His career earnings stand in 2026 at $37,133,790 and show his Mets contract as three years and $126 million, including a $40 million signing bonus.
His 2026 Mets deal includes a $2 million base salary and $40 million signing bonus, giving him $42 million in cash for the year. His income comes mainly from MLB salary and bonuses. Any endorsement income has not been publicly confirmed in detail, so salary records remain the most reliable measure of his earnings.
